The Senior Application Developer role focuses on delivering robust application solutions through advanced design, configuration, development, and testing, with the ability to work independently on mission-critical features while providing technical guidance to teammates.
Location
Stafford, VA (onsite)
Responsibilities
- Lead the end to end design, coding, and testing for modules or multiple features and enablers.
- Analyze user requirements and establish the technical scope and assumptions during backlog grooming sessions.
- Develop requirements definitions, designs, and technical specifications for sprint planning activities.
- Produce business and or technical designs for new or modified application features or enablers.
- Configure systems in alignment with approved specifications.
- Assess and remediate configuration and application issues.
- Support customers in developing test plans and test cases to ensure validation aligns with requirements.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to less senior development staff as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master's degree with 10 or more years of experience required
- Alternatively, 6 or more years of experience may substitute for the degree
- At least 5 years of hands‑on experience with software application design, development, and testing
- At least 5 years of experience with the Appian BPM Platform
- Background check is required
- U.S. citizenship is required
Technologies
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting enterprise application development efforts
- Experience working in Agile or Scrum based development environments
- Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other developers
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work independently on high-visibility or mission-critical program components
- Strong knowledge of application development life cycle methodologies
- Expertise in Appian application configuration, debugging, and optimization
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional technical teams
How You'll Grow
The professional development plan focuses on helping team members at every career level identify and apply their strengths to do their best work each day, with a commitment to continual learning from entry level to senior leadership.
Benefits
- A broad benefits package is provided to team members, reflecting the organization's commitment to its people
- Additional information about opportunities and working with the organization is available through our resources
Culture
A positive and supportive environment encourages employees to perform at their best. The organization values individuality and offers flexibility to support healthy, balanced, confident, and aware lives, along with well-being programs to promote a healthy and fulfilling workplace.
Corporate Citizenship
The organization pursues meaningful impact through education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to drive positive social impact within communities.
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Teleworking
Not permitted
